The Pig (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2008, The Pig is a notable film directed by Dorthe Warnø Høgh, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. In this live-action, Oscar-nominated short from Denmark, Asbjorn is a patient admitted to a Danish hospital, who quickly warms to a painting of a whimsical pig hung on the walls. It becomes a source of comfort and solace for him - until another patient has it removed by request (Written by Nathan Southern, Rovi)
Who’s in it. The Pig stars Jesper Asholt as The Doctor, Mette Agnete Horn as Nurse, Farooq Khan as Visitor and Farshad Kholghi as Hammid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Pig has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pig page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pig (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pig change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pig worth watching?
- The Pig holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pig?
- The Pig stars Jesper Asholt, Mette Agnete Horn, Farooq Khan, Farshad Kholghi and Henning Moritzen.